Library Calendar of Events

Adult Events for November 2017

Wednesday, November 01

A six week class for patrons 55 and older with a vision change. Have you heard about the iPad but are not sure what it is? Do you have an iPad but are not sure how to use it? In this beginner class you will receive an introduction to the iPad. In addition, you will be introduced to accessibility features on the iPad, such as Zoom and Voice Over (Apple’s built-in screen reader), to access the iPad. (Each class is 1.5 hours.) Read more...

Wednesday, November 01

Our Spirituality Book Group called “The Seekers” is not centered on religion, but on what spirituality and wellness mean to you. The group meets the first Wednesday of each month and reviews a different book on spirituality. Tonight's book will be Light: Medicine of the Future by Jacob Liberman.

Friday, November 03

For experienced Excel users to learn about Pivot Tables and other advanced features. (Participants must have working knowledge of Excel). Registration is required. Please call 973-538-2592 to register and for more information.

Monday, November 06

It’s not just for kids anymore! The coloring craze continues stronger than ever for adults. Thousands of people are picking up their pencils, pens and markers in pursuit of relaxation, stress relief and creative fulfillment. Please join us for an evening of coloring, relaxing music and fun! Read more...

Tuesday, November 07

Feel like you’re having a hard time unlocking your life’s full potential? Looking to be physically healthier, happier and more productive? Join Patricia Diesel, local author of the new book, Organically Yours: Open Yourself To A Vibrant Healthy Life Through Clean Living, for an evening of organization, health and wellness. Read more...

Wednesday, November 08

A six week class for patrons 55 and older with a vision change. Have you heard about the iPad but are not sure what it is? Do you have an iPad but are not sure how to use it? In this beginner class you will receive an introduction to the iPad. In addition, you will be introduced to accessibility features on the iPad, such as Zoom and Voice Over (Apple’s built-in screen reader), to access the iPad. (Each class is 1.5 hours.) Read more...

Wednesday, November 08

The library's Scrabble Club meets on the second Wednesday of the month, except July and August, from 2 – 4 PM. Beginners, experts, and all word game enthusiasts are invited to join us at the library for a challenging and fun afternoon playing Scrabble. Read more...

Wednesday, November 08

In this presentation Michael will discuss the inspiration for his work and how he got started on this road of discovery. He will look at the various available sources and how he melded them into two cohesive studies. This talk centers on Morristown, but ventures out into the surrounding area to New Vernon, Madison, Chatham, and Hanover while exploring the interconnectivity of Morris County as a whole. Read more...

Sunday, November 12

A Certified Affordable Care Act Application Counselor will be at the library to provide no cost, in person information and enrollment assistance. He will explain the new options for comprehensive, affordable health coverage and will help people enroll in affordable health insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace or New Jersey Family Care/Medicaid.

Wednesday, November 15

A four week class for patrons 55 and older with a vision change. iPad experience is a prerequisite for this course. In this intermediate class, you will build on your basic iPad skills to learn more about the accessibility features and assistive apps available to you.
Wednesdays, Nov. 15 & 29 and Dec. 6 and 13. Read more...

Wednesday, November 15

The library is pleased to announce the fall half of our 2017 “Foreign Film Series,” an expansion of our popular bi-annual Latino Film Series, launched in the fall of 2015. The series features eight entertaining and thought-provoking foreign films from Europe, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East. Tonight's feature: Coming Home, the latest film collaboration from China between actress Gong Li and director Zhang Yimou (“Raise the Red Lantern”), between them the winners of multiple awards and many nominations.

All movies are subtitled in English. Light refreshments will be served.

Sunday, November 19

A Certified Affordable Care Act Application Counselor will be at the library to provide no cost, in person information and enrollment assistance. He will explain the new options for comprehensive, affordable health coverage and will help people enroll in affordable health insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace or New Jersey Family Care/Medicaid.

Tuesday, November 21

Tonight's book will be Celine by Peter Heller. A missing-persons tracker who specializes in reuniting families to make amends for a loss in her own past, Celine searches for a presumed-dead photographer in Yellowstone, only to be targeted by a shadowy figure who wants to keep the case unsolved.

Sunday, November 26

A Certified Affordable Care Act Application Counselor will be at the library to provide no cost, in person information and enrollment assistance. He will explain the new options for comprehensive, affordable health coverage and will help people enroll in affordable health insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace or New Jersey Family Care/Medicaid.

Monday, November 27

Join us for a presentation by Captain Bruce Dunn of the Morris County Sheriff’s Office. He and his canine colleague will demonstrate how police dog units help keep our community safe by solving crimes, sniffing for illegal substances and assisting in search and rescues. Located in our lower level meeting room. Please note this program begins at 6:00 pm. Read more...

Wednesday, November 29

A four week class for patrons 55 and older with a vision change. iPad experience is a prerequisite for this course. In this intermediate class, you will build on your basic iPad skills to learn more about the accessibility features and assistive apps available to you.
Wednesdays, Nov. 15 & 29 and Dec. 6 and 13. Read more...

Wednesday, November 29

Presented by Jesse Bassett from the Morristown not-for-profit Good Grief. When grieving the death of someone important in your life, the holidays can be a particularly difficult time from an emotional and practical perspective. Read more...

Thursday, November 30

An all-star cast shines in this inspiring film based on THE NEW YORK TIMES best-selling memoir. Jeannette (Oscar® winner Brie Larson) had a poor but wildly adventurous childhood, raised by her free-spirited father (Oscar® nominee Woody Harrelson) and her mother (Oscar® nominee Naomi Watts), an eccentric artist. But when her father's behavior become erratic, Jeannette must find the courage to live on her own terms in this uplifting story of unconditional love. Read more...

Thursday, November 30

An all-star cast shines in this inspiring film based on THE NEW YORK TIMES best-selling memoir. Jeannette (Oscar® winner Brie Larson) had a poor but wildly adventurous childhood, raised by her free-spirited father (Oscar® nominee Woody Harrelson) and her mother (Oscar® nominee Naomi Watts), an eccentric artist. But when her father's behavior become erratic, Jeannette must find the courage to live on her own terms in this uplifting story of unconditional love. Read more...